Comedian Park Na-rae's Burglar Appeals 2-Year Sentence

A man in his 30s, who was sentenced to two years in prison in the first trial for stealing valuables from comedian Park Na-rae's home, has appealed the ruling.

According to legal sources, the suspect, identified as 'A', submitted his appeal to the Seoul Western District Court on the 9th of this month. The court had previously sentenced 'A' to two years for theft and nighttime residential intrusion on the 3rd.

During the initial trial, the court acknowledged that 'A' admitted to the charges, returned the stolen goods, and expressed intent to surrender. However, considering his prior convictions for similar offenses, the significant value of the stolen items, and Park Na-rae's plea for strict punishment, the sentence was determined.

Meanwhile, two individuals who received the stolen goods from 'A' were fined 2 million and 3 million won respectively for the charge of acquiring stolen property through negligence. Their sentences have been finalized as they did not file appeals.

Park Na-rae suffered a theft of tens of millions of won from her home in Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, in April. Initially, there were suspicions of an inside job due to a lack of forced entry signs, but police investigations led to the arrest of the 30-something male suspect with a history of theft.

Park Na-rae is a prominent South Korean comedian known for her distinctive humor and energetic stage presence. She has achieved widespread popularity through numerous variety shows and recently led a successful program bearing her name, solidifying her status as a beloved entertainer.